What are Coach Screws and where can you buy them?

Coach screws, also known as lag screws, are a popular type of fastener used across the construction industries and with DIY enthusiasts alike. Specifically designed to provide a secure and long-lasting connection between various materials. Often used in wood they can be used in a variety of materials and different applications, including decking, fencing, and structural framing. From building a garden shed to constructing a large commercial building, the coach screw will play its part.

Coach Screws with their distinctive hex head and coarse thread allowing a strong hold in wood.

Why are they called Coach Screws?

The clue is in the name ‘coach screws,’ as they were originally used in the construction of carriages and coaches, hence the name "coach screw". Dating back in history to the 19th century, a time when coaches anarriages were a common form of transportation across the country. They were used within the wooden frames of carriages to fasten the various parts together.

What sets Coach Screws apart from other traditional screws?

The coach screw is noticeably different to many other wood screws on the market. Coach screws carry a hex head which means unlike many other wood screws the head will be visible when installed.

Another noticeable different is the size of the coach screw when compared to many other screws. General purpose screws tend to be between 3 and 6mm in diameter, whereas coach screws can be supplied with much thicker diameters.

This ensures that he coach screw are ideal for heavier applications such as fencing, gate construction, larger decking project, and timber to timber supports, to name but a few applications.

At time of writing this, coach screws at Fusion Fixings can be bought up to M12 with increased sizes coming soon.

Why use a coach screw?

One of the key benefits of coach screws is their strength, using a combination of a strong coarse thread and a hexagonal head. The coarse thread allows for a strong tight hold, while the hexagonal head enables a secure and reliable grip for installation by a variety of standard tools.

A pro tip is that when using coach screws, it is advised to use a pilot hole. Some types of wood are prone to splitting and the pilot hole can help to reduce this.
The traditional hexagon head to the coach screws, combined with the coarse thread makes them ideal for use in heavy-duty applications, such as securing large beams or posts in construction projects.

What are coach screws manufactured from?

At Fusion Fixings, we offer a range of high-quality coach screws that are designed to meet the needs of construction professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike. Our coach screws are manufactured from the finest materials and manufactured to the highest standards, ensuring that they provide a secure and reliable connection every time.

At the time of writing this coach screws can be bought from Fusion Fixings as stainless-steel coach screws, both A2 and A4, along with a range of bright zinc plated (BZP) coach screws.

Both the bright zinc plated (BZP) coach screws and the stainless-steel coach screws offer levels of corrosion resistance. If the screws are being used outside and open to the elements the stainless-steel coach screws will certainly offer better resistance to corrosion with the A4 stainless steel variety being the most effective.

At Fusion Fixings the range is continually growing, so check back for new ranges.

Coach screws sizes!

There is an extensive range available at Fusion Fixings

With coach screws being widely used across construction industries, both large and small, and by enthusiastic DIYers, there needs to be a versatile range available. Here at Fusion Fixings our range is always growing as we strive to bring you an extensive collection that we hold in stock ready to go.

Our range is always growing so look at the recent Coach Screws product listing here. Be sure to check back as more sizes are being added on a regular basis.

Where can you buy Coach Screws Online?

Like many things today, there are various places you can buy coach screws online, but buying form a trusted supplier with years of experience working in the industry and who carries an extensive range of coach screws is always the best option.

Here at Fusion Fixings, we understand that the requirements for a specific job can be varied. As such, our quantities start from just one to suit YOUR needs. We pride ourselves in growing the ranges we hold in stock so we can ensure the customer can obtain the products needed as quickly as possible.

For an up to date list of our Coach Screws - click here!

 

 

Fusion Fixings

Why buy form Fusion Fixings? We are a family run business with staff that have many years of experience in the construction industries and with the never-ending array of fixings and fasteners available today. Always looking to expand the range in stock and bring the best deals to its customers.